4 Private Temple Tours in Turkey Worth Booking

1.Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 672 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $14Our pick

Review of a private Ephesus tour from Kusadasi with a guide, lunch, Temple of Artemis, shopping, and practical cruise-port tips.

“We had an excellent tour with Seyhan. He was extremely knowledgeable and shared what he knew with enthusiasm for his country. We certainly got more than we expected for the price to see the Ephesus ruins and the Temple of Artemis, learn about rug making and have a lovely Turkish lunch. Highly recommend this service”

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2.Kusadasi Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus including Basilica of St John and Temple of Artemis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $438

Review of a private Kusadasi shore tour to Ephesus, St John’s Basilica, Mary’s House, Artemis, and the Ephesus Museum.

“Our tour was very good and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. This was in June, so it was very hot. While hats helped, I had an umbrella which provided more protection from the sun. The only down side was the last stop in which we were shown how Turkish rugs were made with ample pressure to purchase a rug. This was not on the published itinerary. If this happens, you have to be persistent in your refusal.”

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3.Kusadasi Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus including House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $422

Review of a private Kusadasi tour to Ephesus, the House of Mary, and Artemis, with practical advice on guides, price, walking, and timing.

“First I have to start with our tour guide Emre, he was fantastic! Incredibly Knowledgeable, very easy and interesting to listen to.Ephesus is a magnificent ancient city to visit he made us feel as if we could visualize the city the way it was 2000 years ago. He kept us in the shade as much as possible and walked ot our pace. He took us to off the cruise ship locations avoiding crowds and enabling us to experience authentic local sights. We went to a turkish rug manufacture and the entire production of the rugs were explained to us , without any pressure to purchase. We were served light refreshments…”

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4.Izmir Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $445

Review of a private Izmir shore excursion to Ephesus, the House of Mary, St. John Basilica, and Artemis, with practical booking advice.

“Really informative tour. The tour guide and the driver were very friendly and helpful.”

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